The Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning premiere in London on May 15 wasn't just a celebration of the iconic spy franchise—it also delivered an unexpected moment of Hollywood camaraderie that fans are still buzzing about. Tom Cruise, the franchise’s longtime leading man, was joined by none other than Michael B. Jordan, whose surprise appearance on the green carpet turned the star-studded event into a touching celebration of mutual admiration and friendship.
After premiering the film at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, Cruise touched down in London to continue the buzz around the eighth and final installment of the action saga. But it was the warm and genuine exchange between Cruise, 62, and Jordan, 38, that truly stole the show. The Sinners actor arrived unannounced to support Cruise, embracing him with a big hug before the two shared laughs and posed for the cameras, giving fans a moment of pure Hollywood wholesomeness.
Jordan later took to Instagram to post a clip of their interaction, writing, “I was too young to see the first Mission: Impossible in the theatre, but now I get a chance to watch the final one… in IMAX!!!! Much love, @tomcruise.” The post, which quickly went viral, racked up millions of views and was flooded with comments praising the genuine bond between the two stars. “All I see are two GOATS,” one fan commented, while another wrote, “I love to see actors cross-supporting each other’s projects.”
Also Read: Before gowns, nudity took over Cannes, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan lit up the Red Carpet in a golden saree
Dressed in an all-black tuxedo ensemble, Cruise looked every bit the action icon, while Jordan sported a stylish navy jacket and grey pants, exuding effortless charm. Their mutual admiration isn’t new—just weeks earlier, Cruise showed his support for Jordan’s film Sinners, sharing a photo of himself with a movie ticket in front of a massive poster. “Must see in a cinema and stay through the end credits!” he wrote, tagging Jordan and director Ryan Coogler. Jordan responded with heartfelt thanks.
Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning, directed by Christopher McQuarrie, also stars Hayley Atwell, Ving Rhames, Simon Pegg, and Angela Bassett. It hits Indian theatres on May 17, ahead of its global release on May 23. Meanwhile, Sinners, a vampire horror epic set in 1930s Mississippi, continues its successful theatrical run, having grossed over $290 million since its April release.
Discover the latest Business News, Sensex, and Nifty updates. Obtain Personal Finance insights, tax queries, and expert opinions on Moneycontrol or download the Moneycontrol App to stay updated!
Find the best of Al News in one place, specially curated for you every weekend.
Stay on top of the latest tech trends and biggest startup news.